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While we strive to ensure that all of our events are current and accurate, please always check to ensure that the event is still scheduled and that the information below is correct.

• Rotary Shrimp & Catfish Festival Sat. April 18th from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Goose Creek CISD Professional Development & Events Center, 2610 N. Alexander Drive, Baytown

• West Chambers Deaf Social – April 11th @ 11 am. @ The Toasted Yolk in Mt. Belvieu 13001 I-10 East

• +Shred It -Baytown- Free Shreding Event Tues. April 14th from 11am-1 pm @ Frost Financial 3426 Garth Rd. Click for details

• +Conceptual Design Public Forum for the ExxonMobil Baytown Events Center and Sterling Library Renovation Plan - Thurs. April 16th @ 6pm Baytown Community Center, Tejas Room

• +Arbor Day 2026 - April 24th from 8 am until supplies run out at Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center

• +National Prescription Drug Take Back Sat. April 25th from 10am-2pm
  @Public Safety Building 3200 N. Main St., Baytown

• Sylvan Beach Festival - April 25th from 9am - 11:45pm Click for full info
   636 North Bayshore Drive, La Porte

• Deaf Social Where Bakery - May 2nd - 11 am @ Heart & Whisk Bakery 4618 N. Main St., Baytown

  For a complete events calendar click here

Baytown Case Moves From
Investigation to Formal Charges

The Baytown man previously reported in connection with alleged AI-generated explicit images has now been arrested and formally charged.

Authorities say the case has moved beyond the investigation stage, with criminal charges now filed as legal proceedings begin.

For the latest updates and full details on today’s developments, watch the local news report below.

Note:  We’ve kept yesterday’s article below for readers who may have missed the original report, and added today’s latest update here at the top as the case continues to develop.

Lee College Employee Placed
on Leave Amid Ongoing Investigation

A Baytown man is facing criminal charges after investigators say he used artificial intelligence to create sexually explicit images that appeared to depict a minor.

According to a criminal complaint, the 30-year-old is charged with unlawful production or distribution of certain sexually explicit media. Investigators allege the images were created using screenshots from a social media account and digitally altered to produce explicit content.

The case was reported to authorities after the images were discovered on a phone. Officials say at least one adult also reported that her image was used without consent.

Records show the individual is connected to Lee College, where he is listed as a debate coach. The college confirmed he has been placed on administrative leave while the investigation continues and said it is cooperating with law enforcement.

Officials with Goose Creek Consolidated Independent School District said the individual was not employed by the district but had contact with students through a college program.

The investigation remains ongoing.

New 24/7 Emergency Center
Planned for Baytown

Healthcare access in the Baytown area could soon get a boost.

According to reporting from the Houston Chronicle, Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital has broken ground on a new 24/7 emergency care center designed to serve Baytown, Mont Belvieu, and nearby communities as the region continues to grow. The project reportedly includes exam rooms, imaging services, lab testing, pharmacy support, and around-the-clock physicians. Officials say the goal is to improve access to emergency treatment and help reduce wait times.

The Houston Chronicle reports the new facility is expected to open in mid-2027.

👉 Read the full Houston Chronicle report for additional details.

Baytown Police Hosting Safe
Prescription Drug Take-Back Event

The Baytown Police Department is inviting the community to safely dispose of unused or expired medications later this month.

The free event will take place on Saturday, April 25th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the parking lot of the Baytown Public Safety Building, located at 3200 N. Main St.

This initiative provides a safe, anonymous way to get rid of unwanted prescription drugs—no questions asked. Proper disposal helps prevent misuse and keeps medications from harming the environment.

Officials note that certain items cannot be accepted, including sharps, inhalers, and combustible materials.

Community members are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to clean out medicine cabinets and dispose of medications the right way.

ExxonMobil Community Picnic
Set for May 2nd in Baytown

ExxonMobil is inviting the Baytown Area community out for a fun-filled afternoon at its upcoming Community Picnic.

The event will take place Saturday, May 2nd, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Bicentennial Park (213 Lee Dr.).

Families, friends, and neighbors are encouraged to come out and enjoy live music, a variety of food, games, and local vendors. The event is designed as a relaxed, come-and-go gathering where the community can connect and spend time together.

Organizers say the picnic is open to everyone, making it a great opportunity to enjoy a spring afternoon outdoors while supporting local vendors and activities.

Hope This Brings a Few Smiles to Your Day:

🛍Local Garage, Yard & Estate Sales!🏷

Please help us spread the word: share this newsletter with your friends, neighbors, and anyone who loves a good deal. Encourage them to subscribe so they never miss a sale. And if you're planning a sale of your own, be sure to submit your info by Tuesday at 5 PM to be included in this week’s issue!

Friendly Note: Garage and Estate sales are as unpredictable as the Texas weather—sometimes they pop up, sometimes they blow away! 🌦️ Hosts may change times, addresses, or even cancel altogether. We just share the info; the rest is part of the treasure-hunting adventure. 🛍️
Be sure to check the list on both Thursday and Friday — sometimes we receive new submissions after Thursday’s edition has already gone out.

📌Estate Sales

4417 Ironwood Dr. , Baytown
Thur. – Sat. Apr 9-11th from 8am to 5pm daily
Thur. - 10% off Fri. - 25% off...not including items marked FIRM
Sat. 50% off and more until all is sold
HUGE sale! House & Garage both full - Furniture, kitchen items, décor, linens, clothes, games, collectibles +++

5405 Hazel St., Baytown
Thur. – Sun. April 9-12th from 10am- 5 pm daily
Furniture, antiques, collectibles, clothes, dishes +++

11120 N. D Street, La Porte
Fri-Sun. April 10-12th from 10am-3pm
LOTS of dolls, collectibles +++

Job Listings Now on a Separate Page! 🎉

To make scrolling easier for everyone, we’ve moved job listings to a separate page! If you're job hunting, check it out—if not, enjoy a quicker read! 😊👀

Schools are hiring! Links Below:

Goose Creek CISD Job Fair

La Porte School Openings

Click job listings page

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